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We are looking for instructors to join our Miura Snowsports team for winter 24/25 and beyond. The skiing in Hokkaido is exceptional, then add the charm of Northern Japan, plus add the famous skiing and adventure Miura family and you have something very compelling .
This gives you an opportunity to be part of something that is very unique, quickly growing and different to the other areas and resorts of Japan.
The Snowsports school is SIA certified in Japan and you’ll have the opportunity to work with and learn from Gota Miura, he is more than just a great skier, he’s a world class adventurer that has summited Mt Everest twice.
Ideally you are a level 2 instructor or higher (although we may consider level 1 based upon experience), a skier, a snowboarder or preferably both, and keen to teach and show guests from Asia and Australia an amazing time. You will work with Japanese instructors (most speak English) and be part of something that is very exciting.
I suggest you have a good look around the website so you learn more about the area, our Snowsports programs and what we are doing from a development perspective.
If you are interested, please reach me by email: nigel.abbott@kamuiresort.com
Gota Miura proudly serves as the director of Miura Snowsports, a legacy deeply rooted in over a century of family tradition and passion for skiing and adventure.
For five decades, the Miura name has been synonymous with adventure and skiing excellence, renowned not only across the globe, but particularly revered in Japan for their remarkable achievements.
Gota’s grandfather, a centenarian skier, played a pivotal role in shaping Japan’s ski industry. His father made history in 1970 as the first to ski down Mount Everest with a parachute on his back, summiting the world’s highest peak three times and setting records as the oldest to summit Everest twice, once at the age of 80.
Carrying forward this legacy, his brother represented Japan in downhill, super-G, and GS events on the global stage, while Gota carved a path on the world cup circuit for mogul skiing. He proudly wore Japan’s colours at the Olympics twice and summited Everest alongside my father, embracing the spirit of adventure and freedom that defines Miura family.
At the heart of the Miura Philosophy lies the pursuit of freedom through adventure, particularly within Snowsports. Miura instructors and guides embody this ethos, delivering pioneering programs that are meticulously designed to cater for diverse interests and skill levels.
Each program is meticulously crafted to cater for a diverse spectrum of interests and skill levels, assuring adventurers discover an array of experiences that harmonise perfectly with their unique desires, freedoms and aspirations.
Kamui stands as the premier resort in Northern Hokkaido, earning its reputation as the top ‘local’s’ ski destination in the country. The resort’s distinction lies in its exceptional dry powder, a unique feature attributed to its inland location. The staff at Kamui proudly assert that the powder found here is unquestionably among the finest.
A noteworthy 32% of the resort comprises of ungroomed courses, providing skiers and riders with the opportunity to revel in the premium snow conditions. The early morning tranquility ensures that, following a substantial snowfall, nearly a third of the mountain remains untouched, adorned with pristine powder and awaiting enthusiasts.
In terms of powder quality, volume, and accessibility, Kamui emerges as a strong contender for the title of the best local ski destination in Japan.
Asahikawa is Hokkaido’s second biggest city with a population of 325,000 and it’s just 30 minutes from Kamui.
The area you will be staying in Asahikawa is just 25 minutes from the resort, we will provide accommodation there and transport to get to the resort. You’ll be staying in an area that is 2km from the town centre, it has supermarkets and restaurants within walking distance.
Downtown Asahikawa has so much to explore with 1200 bars and restaurants to choose from and some of Hokkaido’s best nightlife. Even as the Kamui Resorts builds out and has its own offering, guests will have a greater selection than any resort in Japan, plus loads of choice for authentic cuisine and experiences.
There is excellent shopping that stretches 13 blocks and has the major department stores Seibu, Okuno, Maruiimai, Exc!, Marukatsu, plus a host of smaller chains and shops.